Head of Maths

TEACHING AND LEARNING: Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class/es, planning effectively to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential Be aware of pupils’ capabilities, planning effectively to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and where appropriate, lead the preparation, implementation, monitoring and review of SEN Support Arrangements Use an appropriate range of observations, assessment, monitoring and recording strategies as a basis for setting challenging learning for pupils with diverse abilities and experiences, monitoring pupil progress and attainment Make accurate and productive use of assessments to secure pupil progress and report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils Establish and maintain engaging and effective relationships with parents, Governors and the wider community Use relevant data effectively to monitor progress, set targets and plan lessons Set homework and plan out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding that pupils have acquired Promote and facilitate extra curricular activities, after school clubs, targeted boosters and residential trips where appropriate Provide pupils with regular feedback, both in real time and through accurate marking, encouraging pupils to respond to the feedback, reflect on progress, their emerging needs and to take a responsible and conscientious attitude towards their own work and study Effectively and consistently apply school policies and guidelines Support initiatives directed by the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team. Plan for, organise and direct the work of relevant Support Staff within the classroom This will sometimes include direct line management of Learning Support Assistants/Teaching Assistants Participate in arrangements for examinations and assessments within the remit of the ‘school teachers’ pay and conditions document’ . MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership Ensure excellent standards of teaching & learning across the subject. Take responsibility for the strategic overview of the department, including self-evaluation and the improvement plan for the department. Monitor student progress and implement strategic intervention for the department. Develop the curriculum, schemes of work and assessment across all key stages. Create and share resources and promote collaborative joint planning. Visit lessons and carry out formal observations across the department. Provide opportunities for continuing professional development for relevant staff, including leading staff training where appropriate. Performance Management of department colleagues as appropriate.